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Bayport Savings and Loans Plc., a leading financial institution, has undertaken a significant initiative to educate students in the Eastern Region of Ghana on financial literacy and career guidance. As part of their 20th anniversary Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects, the company has been organizing workshops for students of Konongo
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Africa's economic growth is juxtaposed with the dire reality of climate change, unsustainable energy supply, and high unemployment rates. The continent, despite being the least contributor to greenhouse emissions, is home to 16 of the 20 countries most vulnerable to climate change. The pressing need for sustainable energy
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The Federal Government aims to tackle the pressing issue of unemployment among youths by employing them as fire fighters. Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, emphasized that the hiring process is delayed by the need to enact new laws modernizing fire fighting in Nigeria. According to the minister, the country&
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For the first time, a Stanford course, Introduction to Bioengineering, was offered to low-income high school students. Led by associate professor Drew Endy and assistant professor Jenn Brophy, the course aimed to explore the frontiers of a new field, much like astronauts exploring space. The course was offered in 10
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Yesterday, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced the awarding of $10,144,414 in Career Technical Initiative (CTI) grants to eighteen organizations to train 1,259 individuals for careers in high-demand occupations within the trades, construction, and manufacturing sectors across Massachusetts. The CTI grant program, a state-funded workforce initiative, partners with vocational
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A bipartisan effort to reduce youth tobacco use and close loopholes in the tax code that have long been exploited by the tobacco industry has been introduced in the U.S. Senate. The Tobacco Tax Equity Act of 2021 aims to increase the federal tax rate on cigarettes, peg it
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As students head back to school in many countries, the World Health Organization (WHO) has released two new publications, "Freedom from tobacco and nicotine: guide for schools" and "Nicotine- and tobacco-free school toolkit," to help create a safer and healthier environment for young people. The tobacco
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Kenya Airways, in partnership with Mang'u High School, has taken a significant step towards shaping the future of aviation in Kenya. The airline has donated a Boeing B737-700 aircraft to the school, supporting its Competency Based Curriculum (CBC). This initiative aims to harness the talents of the students
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As students head back to school, it's essential for parents, teachers, administrators, and coaches to be aware of the alarming rise in e-cigarette use among youth. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 5 high school students and 1 in 20 middle
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Kern High School District's Entrepreneurship Resource Centers held their second-annual Youth Entrepreneurship Education Summit, bringing together over 600 students, business leaders, and community professionals to foster youth development and career readiness. The event provided a unique opportunity for students to learn from local experts, network, and gain valuable
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Connor Wong and Wilson Song, two driven juniors at Sage Hill School, co-founded Sandbox Synergy, a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to empowering youth through entrepreneurship. With a shared passion for business and creativity, they are making a positive impact on their community and beyond. The duo began their entrepreneurial journey
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This project aims to improve the socio-professional integration of young people in Moldova by providing them with relevant technical and vocational skills for decent jobs and entrepreneurship. The expected outcome is that young people, including women and vulnerable groups, gain necessary skills and knowledge to access the labor market and
